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The University of Texas at Austin and the University of Texas Medical Branch MD-PhD Dual Degree Program brings together the best of both worlds for discovery in medical science.

UTMB and UT Austin integrate long established and accredited medical and graduate programs for a novel approach to medical science. The strengths of these two main University of Texas System campuses are merged to expand the reach of ground breaking discovery. The MD-PhD Program is designed to groom physician scientists to explore, investigate and validate new diagnostic tests, medications, treatments and cures.

A wide range of opportunities for scientific advancements with a dual degree program are achieved by emphasizing continuity between clinical and basic sciences curricula.  The MD-PhD Program provides training that can lead to significant scientific discovery, contributions in academic and corporate research, clinical practice or an infinite combination of these ventures.

Discover the full potential of medical science through this highly competitive and selective dual degree program.